Transitional Post-IBHTF Discharge Housing

The Washington State Health Care Authority (HCA) is issuing a Request for Proposals (RFP) for Transitional Post-Intensive Behavioral Health Treatment Facility (IBHTF) Discharge Housing services, focusing on providers located on the west side of the state. The procurement seeks organizations to provide temporary housing and support services for young adults aged 18-24 who are transitioning out of inpatient behavioral health settings, with the goal of increasing connections to community housing resources and reducing housing instability. Providers will be required to offer six to ten beds for temporary housing lasting 1-90 days, delivering safe, trauma-informed, and recovery-focused support aimed at securing long-term stable housing. The RFP requires comprehensive services including psychosocial rehabilitation, intake procedures, safety protocols, and community integration support. Evaluation criteria will be based on a maximum of 3,800 points, with emphasis on organizational qualifications, service delivery approach, and ability to support diverse populations. Key dates include a pre-proposal conference on March 11, 2025, at 2:00 p.m. Pacific Time via Microsoft Teams, and proposal submissions due by March 24, 2025, with an anticipated contract period from April 15, 2025, to June 30, 2025.

The RFP demonstrates a commitment to diverse business inclusion, requiring bidders to complete sections on diverse business participation and executive order compliance. While no specific set-aside designations are explicitly mentioned, the solicitation shows a preference for organizations with experience serving black, indigenous, people of color, and LGBTQ+ populations. The contract will be funded through the 2024 Washington State legislative session, specifically from Final Bill Report 2SHB 1929, with a total budget of $588,500 and $30,800 allocated for Flexible Funding to support young adults' housing and transition needs. Potential contractors must provide detailed organizational information, references, and certifications demonstrating business integrity and compliance with state and federal regulations. The HCA intends to award multiple contracts, potentially at least one for each side of the state, with the possibility of three additional one-year contract extensions contingent on state legislative funding. The monthly rate for services is estimated at $78,466, totaling $941,592 annually, with flexibility for funding various support services such as application fees, deposits, rent, employment needs, and essential documentation.